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The term "demons" was not always understood to have the absolutely negative connotation that it does today. Homer used the terms "demons" and "gods" more or less interchangeably. Other opinions suggest that demons were intermediaries between men and gods, and that demons had once been men. Plutarch speaks of "human souls as commencing, first heroes, then demons, and afterward as advancing to a more sublime degree."

Annatar is a Demon, but is Annatar a Hero.

Demon possession, that is, a human who has become inhabited or "taken over" by a demon and who cannot, consequently, exercise his own will There is little doubt that most of what was described in older times as "demon possession" would today be diagnosed as some sort of mental illness, and treated accordingly. Nevertheless, a few cases of possession do seem to crop up from time to time, and the Roman Catholic Church does continue (sparingly) to perform exorcisms. Annatar, once a man, dubbed by the police that found him as "Demon Doe", was subjected first to this clinical approach; he was diagnosed with schizophrenia and to remain institutionalized. After many failed attempts to rehabilitate Annatar, a more radical approach was undertaken at the Talos Medical Center for the Clinically Insane... exorcism. This resulted in a complete transformation of Annatar; he became violent and overwhelmingly strong. Large horns reared from his scull as he screamed "Who will claim you me the end!" It should be noted these were the first words he had spoken in months, and the most coherent in years considering his normal mumbled ramblings that were presumed to be an ancient tongue. One doctor had claimed that perhaps the unknown man known only as "Demon Doe" battling the demon had failed and that the Demon had taken complete control. The priest performing the exorcism suggested that the struggle ended in a draw and the two were joined.

Annatar Escapes and Battles Evil

Some historians of times past believed that there were cycles during which demonic activity increased, and used this theory to explain various occurrences, much in the same way as today's economic historians might explain historical events in terms of trade, productivity and other factors. These older historians saw a rise in demonic activity accompanying such occurrences as the destruction of Jerusalem, the fall of Rome and the French Revolution, and would in all likelihood also have viewed the demonic theory at work in relation to the rise of Nazism and World War II. Annatar arrived just in time to see the Rikti invasion... and he battled relentlessly in defense of Paragon. It was at this time that officials labeled Annatar a hero and lifted the warrant for his arrest.

It was then believed there was more man then demon to Annatar and that man known as "Demon Doe" would one day prevail. It is also believed that there is a huge moral conflict within Annatar; many suggest he is obsessed with redemption and his own entrance to Heaven.

Annatar particularly dislikes other demons and constantly acts as a shock troop against the Circle of Thorns. He can often be found fighting in Founders Falls against the mighty Behemoth - the demon of animal strength. Annatar also relentlessly hunts Astaroth (one of the Chief Devils, sometimes spelled as Ashtaroth). There are also rumors that Annatar has a twin the product of the internal battle that leaned the other way more demon then man, he has yet to find the creature but Annatar believes this may be the key to resurrecting his humanity.

Let's just be happy that this demon is on our side… for now.

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One more clarification:

The Winter Event will not happen until after Issue 3 is released.

I will tell you however, this is no "3 days and its over" kinda event.

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This was posted by Cuppa in another post... it will be worth the wait. No complaints!

Warcry likes our thread!

I am freaking famous!!!

http://coh.warcry.com/#40095

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Yep. I'll grant one of those original wishes.

Maybe two.



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You are the greatest

That is why I will never leave. I am here until City of Civillians comes out. Even though I have to admit I find it hard to imagine being a big fan of CoC.

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How 'bout occasionally seeing a sleigh being steered by a reindeer and pulled by eight Santas?

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I can honestly say that never entered my mind.

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We taken bets on which one he will grant?

I say either a GIANT ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN or SNOW. Hehe, we will see.

Very cool!!!

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I am betting ABOMINABLE SNOWMAN, but a Hat and Scarf would not go astray!

I see many related posts popping up, so for all of you who missed it, we are getting Christmas Gifts.

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What does Statesman mean by "Council"?

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Replacement villain group for 5th column.

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Thanks!

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Actually, our updates are intended to cover ALL levels (as much as possible).

Auxiliary Power Pools - levels 40 up
Kheldians - level 50
Council - all levels ?????
Striga Isle - levels 20 - 30
Mission Customization - all levels
Global Chat - all levels

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What does Statesman mean by "Council"?

I have a feeling from what has been said here it is probably Sea Monkeys.

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Coralax is NOT the winged Archetype.

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Oh well I suck, lol. Thanks States!

I swear this email was recieved by me.



From: Statesman

O.K. - I'll grant at least one of your requests.


I swear this is true. I frigging love this game and these devs!!!!

Thanks Statesman, that is one reason why I will never leave this game.

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You mentioned the greek and roman gods. Does anyone smell Wonder Woman here?

Just an idea.

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Woder Woman smells?

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2) A badge that says "Statesman's Little Helper"



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Screw that, I wanna be a Dentist!

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ROFLMAO!!!! That made me pee!

Yep, I kill the bad children. Stand outside the prison in Brickstown, you have murderers in a minimum security prision, the arrests are in vain. The system in failing Paragon. Crime is rampid, Statesman Clause had a very short list of who has been good, and a really long list of who has been bad (it weighs a ton). If we make the bad list shorter Positron and the rest of the reindeers can pull more toys.

Santa says kill and I for one want toys... do you? Luckily this post is a direct representation of Statesman Clauses good list. You won't see any bad children here.

I want my Jack Frost to be yellow so nobody eats him.

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Coralax, breaking up the word...

Cora

n : (Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina.

or

The Arabian gazelle (Gazella Arabica), found from persia to North Africa.


Lax

Lacking in rigor, strictness, or firmness. See Synonyms at negligent.

Not taut, firm, or compact; slack. See Synonyms at loose.

Loose and not easily retained or controlled. Used of bowel movements.

I think this will be our winged architype. Possibly an ethereal angellic type.


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Or a stretcher/shapeshifter...

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True.

Cora was a Greek god, and thus heavenly and beautiful. Lax - "loose not easily controlled". I guess I imagined an ethereal whispy kind of angelic form, I do agree VivianSteel, it is definitely reaching.

Incarnate could be Good/Hero Incarnate which to me described Statesman.

I completely admit I am guessing... and that my guesses may suck, lol.

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So, a negligent gazelle and <nothing> personified?

(<nothing> because you didn't say what incarnate. your example suggests evil, but umm, City of Heros)

Forgive me if I don't see the attraction.

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Ummm... did you even read my post?

Coralax, breaking up the word...

Cora

n : (Greek mythology) daughter of Zeus and Demeter; made queen of the underworld by Pluto in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Proserpina.

or

The Arabian gazelle (Gazella Arabica), found from persia to North Africa.


Lax

Lacking in rigor, strictness, or firmness. See Synonyms at negligent.

Not taut, firm, or compact; slack. See Synonyms at loose.

Loose and not easily retained or controlled. Used of bowel movements.

I think this will be our winged architype. Possibly an ethereal angellic type.


Incarnate

vested with bodily nature and form: an incarnate spirit.

Embodied in human form; personified: a villain who is evil incarnate.

I think this is pretty general, but sounds to me like it could be Statesman, the hero personified, good incarnate.

Letter to Statesman Clause

Dear Statesman Clause,

I have been good and killed many bad men all year long. I think I have killed thousands of crazy bad boys and girls. My mentor Parker Hale says I am Statesman's little helper. We pretend Rikti are Grinches as we hunt them down and destroy them, they hurt Christmas. Parker says we will get a turkey dinner for every 10,000 monkeys we kill. I promise if you give me toys I will continue to kill all the little bad boys and girls in Paragon City for you. I have only been in this world for 9 months, but my mentor Parker Hale who is 10 months old is helping me write my letter. This is my first Christmas and I know it will be special. Parker has teached me the names of all eight of your reindeers; Gilgamesh, CuppaJoe, Positron, Valdermic, Aura, Bridger, Case, Gaffer and Vyvyanne and I will leave them coffee and biscotti on the sidewalk by the tunnel where I live in Founders Falls. Parker told me if I write you, you will give me presents, so here is my list:

Little Anna's Christmas List
1) Snow
2) A badge that says "Statesman's Little Helper"
3) A Santa Hat
4) A pet Jack Frost to help me fight evil
5) Abominable Snowman to kill.

Thank You Statesman Clause,
Little Anna

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"it's ready when it's ready" isn't blowing smoke - as soon as the majority of the bugs are worked out, we'll put it live. Opinions range here from later this week (v. optimistic) to a few weeks - the bugs are being fixed in large droves, but we'll see.

Those opinions are all overridden by the reality of "we'll prop it when the bugs are fixed".

-jg

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HA-HA! So get off their damn backs already!

LOL, that's your answer and it is exactly as we should have expected. Anyone in the workforce recognizes that publishing your own self-set deadlines is a bad idea.

The new non-combat system is going to be riddle based. A series of riddles, each correctly answered riddle awards xp when the series is complete you will get an end of mission experience bonus. Then you may enter the next string of riddles. Each series more difficult then the previous, they may or may not require research both in game and out.